Overview
We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Gastroenterologist to join the William Harvey Hospital team at Ashford. The team currently comprises 8 WTE consultants (including this post) with opportunities to develop Trust-wide services such as ERCP, Hepatology, IBD and a complex polyp service. There may be opportunities to develop new services for the Trust, such as GI physiology and EUS in conjunction with Gastroenterology colleagues across the Trust (18 WTE in total).
At WHH the consultant team is supported by two IBD nurses, a hepatology nurse and UGI STT nurses who support the UGI cancer pathway. The Trustwide UGIMDM is led by a gastroenterologist and supported by Guy's and St Thomas' (luminal UGI cancer) and Kings (HPB). The Trustwide IBDMDM runs fortnightly with histopathology, radiology and local colorectal involvement. The Hepatology MDM is scheduled weekly linked with a Kings Hepatologist to support management of acute, severe liver disease (inpatients) and to streamline referrals for transplant assessment where appropriate. The post holder will be required to support the site-based GI Bleeding rota (1 in 8).
Main duties
We are looking for a keen Gastroenterologist to join the William Harvey Hospital team at Ashford, whether established or just starting out on your Consultant journey. We will work with you to develop your specialist interests, whether these be further developing existing services (HBP, Hepatology and complex polyp service) or developing new services for the Trust such as GI physiology and EUS. The Trust has a strong reputation for its complex polyp service, including international recognition through the annual Kent course and cohesive working with colorectal colleagues.
The post holder will be required to support the GI Bleeding rota and a currently 1:8 Gastroenterology ward week, including in-reach to the emergency pathways.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000, and we provide specialist services for Kent and Medway. We are on an exciting journey of transformation with a new Medical School, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making the trust a rewarding and friendly place to work.
Details
Date posted: 03 September 2025
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum (pro rata where necessary)
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 344-9912LCONWHH-A
Job locations: William Harvey Hospital, Kennington Road, Ashford, TN24 0LZ
Job responsibilities
The post holder will participate fully and become an integral part of the WHH Gastroenterology team, contributing to the management of inpatient and outpatient Gastroenterology and the development of specialist services. They will provide care, diagnostic and therapeutic services for patients with gastroenterological illnesses in inpatient and outpatient settings and contribute to the site-based GI bleed rota. The gastroenterology consultant teams provide in-reach and referral services to ED/AMU and other wards and are supported by junior doctors, physician associates and specialist nurses. In addition to inpatient services, the post holder should aim to provide two OPD clinics per week and two general endoscopy lists, plus a session dedicated to a specialist interest.
Please see the Job Description & Person Specification for full details.
Person Specification
Qualification & Training
* Essential: Full GMC Registration
* Desirable: MRCP (UK); Postgraduate gastroenterology qualifications - MD, PhD, ESEGH or equivalent; CCST Specialist Registration in Gastroenterology
Skills & Experience
* Essential: Experienced in all aspects of gastroenterology
Clinical governance
* Essential: Evidence of experience in Clinical Governance; Experience of Audit
Compliance and other information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a DBS check.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered. For more information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. Guidance on overseas criminal records checks can be found here.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Employer: East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Address: William Harvey Hospital, Kennington Road, Ashford, TN24 0LZ
Employer website: https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/
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